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Old 09-22-2014, 07:28 PM
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Originally Posted by DougD View Post

So to ensure there's zero chance of any leaks, I think I'm going to attack this in classic overkill style. Ultra Copper on both sides of the gasket, and Walker pipe sealant for the slip fit connections. I'll probably never be able to get them apart again. But if they seal up tight, who cares?
YOU will care if you have to pull the heads or block.
Ultra Copper will burn out after a while and they'll leak again. GET THE 1" BOLTS. How do I know this?
Get the slip fit as close as you can. Then live with the result.
It's not a Corvette.
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